Monday, through August
1700 South Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4724
(574) 535-7427
Exhibit: Grandmother's Flower Garden -- Floral Design in Mennonite and Amish Quilts
Location: Goshen College Library Gallery
Showing: March 28 to July 9, and Aug. 9-13. Open during library hours.
New quilt exhibit in Goshen College's Library Gallery showcases floral prints and appliqués
GOSHEN, Ind. -- A new quilt exhibit, titled "Grandmother's Flower Garden: Floral Design in Mennonite and Amish Quilts," will open in the Goshen College Good Library Gallery on Sunday, March 28, with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. The show will feature quilts made between 1913 and 2009. Some of the quilts are owned by the Mennonite Historical Library, and some are on loan from local quilters and owners. All of the quilts feature floral patterns.
The show will be open from March 28 to July 9, with special open days from Aug. 9-13. On May 3, there will be a trunk show, where artists or owners of the displayed quilts will speak, and visitors are invited to bring their own quilts to show and discuss with the group.
The title "Grandmother's Flower Garden" is a reference to a quilt pattern of the same name, which was the most popular quilt pattern among American women after 1925, according to quilt scholar Barbara Brackman. The show features quilts in this pattern, as well as others. Many of the quilts are heirlooms that have been passed down through families since the pattern's vogue during the Great Depression. The sources for quilt patterns for early 20th century Mennonite and Amish families were newspapers, magazines and mail order patterns that were then shared among family members and neighbors.
"The Grandmother's Flower Garden is about the continuity of giving and receiving from generation to generation," said Rebecca Haarer, the show's curator. "To me it has to do with nostalgia. In reflecting on the past and realizing we have carried that past into the future."
Rebecca Yoder, a prominent local quilter, has several quilts featured in the show, both in classic, geometric floral patterns, and in more contemporary styles and fabrics.
"There'll be Grandmother's Flower Garden and other stylized kinds of flowers," said Ervin Beck, who helped organize the exhibit. "There will also be some more realistic ones that have been appliquéd."
This exhibit is Goshen College's contribution to the Quilt Garden Tour, a tour of gardens that have been specifically planted to resemble quilt patterns, and murals that are quilt related. The Quilt Garden Tour is sponsored by the Elkhart County Visitors and Convention Bureau.
The show was curated by Rebecca Haarer with assistance from Beck, Barbara Smucker and Hannah Sandvold. It was sponsored by the Mennonite-Amish Museum Committee at Goshen College.
Tuesday
This is the registration deadline for this balloon decorating class:
Beginning Balloon Decorating
Balloons are a fun, inexpensive way to celebrate any occasion. Whether it's a simple colorful bouquet or a "themed" design to wish someone a Happy Birthday or Get Well wishes, balloons can get your message across. Certified balloon artist Kathie Kiker will share tips, tricks and techniques of balloon decorating. Working with various types of balloons, you will learn how to
make a balloon float 4-times longer than normal and use various accessories to create a unique balloon bouquet. The bouquet you create and a hand pump are yours to keep. You must take this class to attend any of the specialty balloon classes. Ages 16+.
Registration deadlines:
March 30 . Min. 6. Max. 10.
242403-T1 4/6-4/13 T 6-9 pm
# Sessions: 2 Fee: $43
Location: Community Center, 233 W. Main St., Fort Wayne, IN
http://www.fortwayneparks.org/
or
260-427-6000
Thursday
Art for Homeschoolers
Event Type: Homeschoolers
Date: 1/21/2010
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Description:
Learn the fundamentals of art. There will be a different subject each week. No registration required, all supplies provided.
Library: Aboite Branch
Location: Large Meeting Room
5630 Coventry Lane, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Phone: (260) 421-1310
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Sit and Stitch
Date: 1/28/2010
Start Time: 4:30 PM
Description:
Do you want to learn how to knit? Perhaps you already know how. Join us at the Pontiac Branch Library for knitting lessons.
Library: Pontiac Branch
Location: Meeting Room
Contact: LaDonna Chambers
Contact Number: (260)421-1350
2215 S. Hanna Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46803-2431
Phone: (260) 421-1350
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Knitogether
* Leesburg Public Library
* 240 E. Main Street
* Leesburg, Ohio
* United States
This is a weekly gathering of knitters, started as free lessons for beginning knitters. All knitters are eagerly welcomed, and beginner kits and instruction is always available. We frequently have several people involved in a KAL, but you're welcome to work on anything you would like. Group does not meet on holidays, but is otherwise very faithful to get together.
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Yarn Lover's Gathering
Event Type: Hands-On
Date: 1/7/2010
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
Description:
Do you like to knit or crochet? Would you like to learn how to knit and/or crochet? Then the Woodburn Branch Library is the place to be on Thursday nights. We have people that can help you get started and people who can teach you new stitches. Knitting and crocheting are so much more fun when you do them with friends.
Library: Woodburn Branch
Other Information:
We meet Thursdays at 7:00 pm
Contact: Genie
Contact Number: 421-1370
4701 State Road 101 North, Woodburn, IN 46797
Phone: (260) 421-1370
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Knit Night
Event Type: Crafts
Date: 1/14/2010
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 8:00 PM
Description:
Whether you're just learning or want to practice your knitting skills, come to the Grabill Library and we'll knit the night away. Needles and yarn provided for beginners.
Library: Grabill Branch
13521 State Street, Grabill, IN 46741
Phone: (260) 421-1325
Friday
Indiana Alpaca Invitational
Friday, April 2nd 2010 from 8:30am-5:30pm
Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 from 8:30am-3:30pm
Fort Wayne welcomes the Indiana Alpaca Invitational! The Indiana Alpaca Invitational is an annual livestock competition that draws alpaca breeders from across the nation. Alpacas, alpaca products and related merchandise is for sale. Come and meet the alpacas!
Free admission!
Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell Ave
Fort Wayne, IN
For additional information, please visit the Indiana Alpaca Invitational website: http://www.indianaalpacashow.com/.
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Hooked on Crochet
Fridays, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Community Center 233 W. Main St., Fort Wayne, IN
Are you hooked on crochet? Come join the Friday afternoon fun! Show off your latest creation, collect new ideas and get a little work done on your latest project. No need to call ahead. Just drop in! Ages 50+. Drop in fee: $1.
Saturday
Indiana Alpaca Invitational
Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 8:30am-3:30pm
Fort Wayne welcomes the Indiana Alpaca Invitational! The Indiana Alpaca Invitational is an annual livestock competition that draws alpaca breeders from across the nation. Alpacas, alpaca products and related merchandise is for sale. Come and meet the alpacas!
Free admission!
Memorial Coliseum
4000 Parnell Ave
Fort Wayne, IN
For additional information, please visit the Indiana Alpaca Invitational website: http://www.indianaalpacashow.com/.
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Saturday Meeting April 3, 2010 @ 12:00 PM
* Cup O'Joe
* 553 West Kennedy Road
* braidwood, Illinois
* United States
We will meet the first Saturday of each month from 12 - 2 p.m. at Cup O' Joe located at 553 W Kennedy Road Braidwood, Illinois, 60408.
Hopeful Hearts is a fiber arts group that was created by Kay and her mother Mari. Their intention has always been about meeting new crafters in the Braidwood area and to share knowledge and experience with each other. Hopeful Hearts is welcome to all kinds of fiber artists including knitters, crocheters, quilters, spinners, and anyone who has a love for fiber. The group usually has food and fun as we share our experiences and journey together down the fun felted path of yarn addiction. We invite you to come join us anytime between 12 and 2 p.m. the first Saturday of the month at Cup O' Joe at 553 W Kennedy Road Braidwood, Illinois 60408.
